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Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG) Surgery

Coronary artery bypass graft (CABG), also known as "open heart" and "bypass" surgery, restores blood flow to blocked arteries of the heart.

Heart Attack Signs and Symptoms

There are typical (common) and atypical (unusual) signs and symptoms of heart attack, as well as acute (immediate) and chronic (long-term).

Heart Attack Risk Factors

A heart attack can happen to anyone, though taking the time to learn the risk factors can help you eliminate or reduce them.

Heart Attack, Questions for the Provider

You may already have a lot of questions in mind for your loved one's providers following a heart attack, but these may help.

Heart Attack Lifestyle Changes

About 1 in 5 people who have had a heart attack will be readmitted to the hospital for a second one within 5 years.

Heart Attack Diagnosis and Treatment

Heart attack diagnosis is confirmed by electrocardiogram (ECG or EKG) and treatment is robust and rapid. Prepare yourself to avoid being overwhelmed.

Life After a Heart Attack

After a heart attack, without proper caution and changes, your loved one is at higher risk of another heart attack or other heart problems.

Heart Attack Causes and Prevention

80% of premature heart attacks, also known as a myocardial infarction (MI), are preventable, and you can help.

Stents vs. CABG for Heart Attack

There are two ways to clear blocked arteries that cause heart attacks - cardiac stent or coronary artery bypass graft (CABG).

Definition of Myocardial Infarction (Heart Attack)

1 million myocardial infarctions (MI or heart attacks) occur annually in the U.S., and are the most common cause of heart failure worldwide.

Considering Knee Arthroplasty (Replacement)?

What are the signs and symptoms that a knee replacement may be indicated, and is it right for your loved one?